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greenhouse with houseplants in it

Plant Propagation Classes Planned for the Summer

The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers of Rowan County had a highly successful plant sale at the Agricultural Center this year, with over four hundred people purchasing plants. I hope everyone is…

Rowan County Fair Logo

Fair Entries Open!

You can now submit your exhibit entries for the 2024 Rowan County Fair. The deadline to enter is September 3.2024 Rowan County Fair BookYou must submit entries online at…

Cut shrub stems with fresh green shoots sprouting from their bases

2024 Plant Propagation Classes

Our Rowan County, Master Gardener℠ volunteers, had a fantastic plant sale at the Agricultural Center this year, with over two hundred people braving the rain to purchase plants. It's a testament to…

Horticulturist and author Brie Arthur stand among large container plants

The Art of Small Space Foodscaping With Brie Arthur

Hosted by Hurley Park, N.C. Cooperative Extension–Rowan County Center and the Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association of Rowan County.The Art of Small Space Foodscapingwith Brie Arthur…

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Native Plant Speaker Coming to Salisbury

Dr. Patrick McMillan, the Juniper Level Botanical Gardens and Plant Delights Nursery Director, will be our guest speaker on November 14, 2023, at N.C. Cooperative Extension – Rowan County Center from…

Cut shrub stems with fresh green shoots sprouting from their bases

Plant Propagation Classes Scheduled for Summer

The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers of Rowan County will be holding their annual Plant Propagation Classes this summer June 28, 2023, July 13, 2023 and July 17, 2023. All classes are from 9:00…

Bumblebee feeding on bright pink bee balm flower among green leaves

RCEMGV Plant Sale May 6

This year the Extension Master Gardeners℠ of Rowan County have been focused on educating the public about pollinators and creating pollinator habitats. Last week Dr. Danesha Seth-Carley from NC State…

Book Title: Pollinator Gardening For the South; Creating Sustainable Habitats by: Danesha Seth-Carley & Anne Spafford

Solitary Bees Are Pollinators Too

Bees in the lawn?Have you noticed bees flying low along your grass and digging little holes?If so, you might have digger bees.Many common species of solitary bees nest in individual holes in the…

Adult spotted lanternfly usually keep their wings folded in. Wings are transparent with black dots.

Spotted Lanternfly: What You Need to Know

A recent news release from the NCDA&CS; notified the public that the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) has officially been detected in North Carolina. The news release comes after the spotted…

Annual Spring Plant Sale May 7, 2022 — Cooperative Extension, 2727 Old Concord Rd, 8:30 AM–12:00 PM

Master Gardener Annual Spring Plant Sale--Mark Your Calendars!

When: Saturday, May 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Where: Rowan County Agriculture Building, 2727 Old Concord Road, Salisbury, NC 28146